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What is SA302? guide for Self-Assessment Statements

In this article, we’ll explain what an SA302 is in detail and the circumstances in which you might need one.

Using an Expense Tracker to Form Good Financial Habits

If you’re a business owner just starting out, getting the basics of your business going and starting to separate your business from personal finances, using an expense tracker can help you see how your spending is tracking against your budget.

How to Capitalise on 2023/2024 Autumn & Winter Food Trends

Make the most of autumn food trends to attract customers to your restaurant or café. Follow these marketing tips to stand out from other businesses

Important Calendar Dates for Businesses 2023/24

Keep track of all the important business dates and key tax deadlines for the current tax year with our handy guide.

Guide to Opening a Restaurant in London

In this guide, we’ll take you through some essential steps to opening a successful restaurant business in the UK’s capital.

Everything Your Restaurant Needs, Almost

You may instantly recognise the little white reader, but did you know that Square has tools and software to power your restaurant empire, open your next location, take payments table side and let your customers order online for pickup?

How Beauty Clinic Skin Future increased sales by 40% with the help of Square Appointments

Discover how beauty clinic Skin Future increased sales by 40% with the help of Square Appointments, here.

10 Winter Business Ideas You Can Start Today

The winter season can bring a lull in business. Fortunately, there are a number of winter business ideas that make great seasonal side hustles.

How Square Powers the Management of Social Pottery’s multi-location Business

Find out how Square powered the growth of ceramic studio and community project Social Pottery – and how it could do the same for you.

What is the New Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) Bill and What Does it Mean for Your Business?

We’ll take you through the ins and outs of the new Digital Markets Competition and Consumer Bill and what it means for your business.

Filing Company Accounts In September? Here’s What You Need to Know

We look at what companies need to know when filing their accounts to Companies House by the company accounts deadline on 30th September.

Five ways businesses can make the most of Notting Hill Carnival

Europe’s largest street party makes a great place to create a buzz around your brand, while a never-ending streaming of revellers with money to spend can help boost your bottom line. Read more

National Summer Sales 2023, Marketing for Retailers

As summer sales coaxes customers to the high street, we look at how retailers can ride the heatwave to sales growth.

Salon Cancellation Policy Templates and Examples You Need

Learn how to create effective salon cancellation policies with templates & examples. Protect your business & improve customer service. For educational purposes only.

Business Automation 101: What Is Automation and How Does It Work?

What is business automation and how does it work? Here’s everything you need to know about automation in business, from its uses to its benefits.

6 Must-Have Square Products for Street Traders at Notting Hill Carnival

Discover the top 6 Square products for staying on top of the crowds at Notting Hill Carnival, from managing orders to taking payments.

What is Credit Card Processing and How Does it Work?

Understanding credit card processing is key to the success of small businesses. Discover how card processing works and the different parties involved.

Why It Might Be Time to Update Your Salon’s Pricing Strategy In Tough Times

Do you need to update your salon’s pricing strategy? Explore cost-plus, market-based, value-based pricing, loyalty programs, promotions, upselling, and more in this article.

Inventory Management 101: How to Manage Small Business Inventory

Running out or having excessive stock are bad for your bottom line. Learn inventory management techniques to have the right products when you need them.

How To Use Apple Pay: A Comprehensive Guide for Business Owners

Square’s Apple Pay guide walks you through the ins and outs of Apple Pay, how to use it at stores and online and how to accept it at your business.

What Is a Contactless Payment?

Contactless payments deliver a safe and secure solution for businesses during lockdown. Learn about the different contactless payments and the new spending limit.

How to Accept Credit Card Payments for Small Business

If you don’t accept credit cards, you’re missing out on potential sales. Read our guide on how to start accepting credit cards for your small business.

How to Keep your Business Cool in UK Heatwaves

Keep cool and carry on working with these creative ways to stay safe in the hazy days of summer.

How to Make a Restaurant Menu

Learn how to create a menu that stands out and grabs your customers’ attention. Our step-by-step process is simple and easy to follow.

How Manchester Businesses Can Support Pride

Whether you’re on the parade route or beyond, supporting this hugely popular LGBTQ+ event means more than just hanging up the rainbow bunting. Find out more.

How to Make a Booking Website

Booking websites are a popular option for businesses such as hair salons, tattoo shops, massage and therapy locations, beauty and nail salons. Learn how to create a booking website for your business,

Artificial intelligence: What it is and How it’s Transforming Business

Here’s what to know about artificial intelligence in business, common uses and what the future of AI means for companies and staff.

10 Tips on How to Host a Wedding Reception at Your Bar or Restaurant

Square offers a full suite of tools to help you manage the logistics, planning, and operational tasks needed to transform your bar or restaurant into a part-time wedding venue.

Everything Your Retail Business Needs, Almost

Did you know that Square has tools and software to power your eCommerce empire, to open your next location, or to invoice that big client? In this article, we explore how Square can power everything your retail business needs.

Manchester restaurant chain Tender Cow boosts customer service and staff retention with help from Square

Square provides a one-stop solution for the rapidly growing restaurant chain Tender Cow.

Manchester restaurant chain Tender Cow boosts customer service and staff retention with help from Square

Square provides a one-stop solution for the rapidly growing restaurant chain Tender Cow.

9 Ways to Prepare Your Restaurant or Bar Business for Wimbledon

It’s not the British summer until Wimbledon is underway. With our tips you can turn your London bar or restaurant into the best seat in the house. Read more.

How to Improve Inventory Behind the Bar or Pub

Managing bar inventory is an important concept to master when you first open a bar. Learn about the benefits and ways to improve your inventory management.

How Fair Shot got up and running with Square 3x faster than with their previous provider and built a confident workplace culture

Find out how this social enterprise cafe is able to boost donations and help instil confidence in vulnerable society members in the workplace using Square.

How Fair Shot got up and running with Square 3x faster than with their previous provider and built a confident workplace culture

Find out how this social enterprise cafe is able to boost donations and help instil confidence in vulnerable society members in the workplace using Square.

How to Generate Quality Google Reviews for Your Salon

Want to increase footfall, build revenues and grow your salon’s reputation? Great salon reviews on Google can do all that and more.